The state auditor is using a government email account to conduct business after the New Mexico Republican Party raised transparency concerns over his Gmail account.
The Santa Fe New Mexican reports State Auditor Tim Keller set up the Gmail account to conduct government business shortly after his election. Spokeswoman Justine Freeman says the email was never for Keller's private use and was always considered public.
GOP spokesman Patrick Garrett said it's hypocritical for Keller to advocate for government ethics while showing a disregard for transparent government.
New Mexico Foundation for Open Government executive director Susan Boe says the Gmail account is not illegal if the emails can be made available through public records requests.
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